7. Sir Patrick Stewart
Arguably the oddest name on the list, the warm and authoritative voice of Sir Patrick Stewart has been setting the tone for many directors along with his trademark presence and gravitas. His achievements alone would fill the whole page, so well stick to mentioning two of his most famous portrayals, Jean-Luc Picard (Star Trek) and Professor Charles Xavier (X-Men Series).
The 72-year old actor from Yorskshire has shown no signs of slowing down - with his participation in Seth MacFarlanes
Ted (2011) reminding his audience of how talent has no limits - playing the comedic narrator. Stewarts versatility has been proven time and again, playing the calm Charles Xavier in the
X-Men series, to unleashing his comical side in
American Dad - where he lent his voice in a series of appearances. Usually playing the figure of authority, Stewart is also known for his self-depreciating sense of humor, and similarly to Samuel L. Jackson in
Pulp Fiction (1994) - imagine QT writing a custom-piece for Stewart. The punch here might just be the creative genius of Tarantino blending Stewarts classy demeanour with philosophy and wittiness. Could Tarantino spice his work with a master of acting blessed with a wealth of experience gained from over 60 appearances with the Royal Shakespeare Company? Well, QT might have to find a project focussing less on violence (which might be hard) - should he look forward to work with Stewart. The actor was left unimpressed by Tarantinos
Kill Bill, where he openly blasted the movie for perpetuating the nasty trend of violence against women. However, in the world we live, it seems the unexpected should always be expected. All we have come to know is that QT seems to have a formula that turns odd to art, and if he entrusted Stewart with a part, if might be hard to imagine it being played without passion and heart. Could we be in for another strong bald character besides Bruce Willis?